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If you ask Doc Guthrie what he thinks is the most common error on sign layouts, he shoots back “improper emphasis” without hesitation…. Read More

One of the classic combinations of traditional techniques and materials is gold leaf on a black smalts background. The brilliance and sheen of… Read More

Growing up I would watch and sometimes help my father paint signs on days when he was off duty as a fireman. After… Read More

Check out this creative sign work by SignCraft’s readers. We’re always interested in seeing your work or photos of great-looking signs you’ve seen. Send… Read More

Shop name: Prickle Patch SignsShop size: 1500 sq. ft.Age: 71 Graphics equipment: Roland VS540 printer/cutter Emtak2R laminator Roland GS24 plotter The brush box… Read More

So you’ve got a few sign design projects waiting for you, and you’re looking for fresh ways to make them interesting and appealing…. Read More

“When I was first featured in SignCraft,” says Ray Sauder [Raynbow Signs, Palmerton, Ontario, Canada], “I mentioned the signpainter who dug an old… Read More

The most profitable skill a sign maker can possess is to be able to create effective, appealing layouts—quickly. That’s where understanding the principles… Read More

Shop Name: Dobell Sign Co.Location: Victoria, British Columbia, CanadaAges: Chris is 48, Stu is 43. Online: www.dobellsignco.com Instagram: @dobellsignco Facebook: dobellsignco In the… Read More

Check out this creative sign work by SignCraft’s readers. We’re always interested in seeing your work or photos of great-looking signs you’ve seen…. Read More

Ever been guilty of the “Faux double coat?” By the looks of Bob Parsons’ [Bob Parsons/Artist, Anchorage, AK] latest cartoon, that went badly… Read More

I just read Brad Getter’s excellent article on vinyl removal. Vinyl may be quicker to put on than paint, but getting it off—oy… Read More

Often sign makers are called on for projects that are a little outside the realm of general commercial sign work—like giant Oreo cookies… Read More

Shop name: Laura’s Custom Artworks Shop size: 2500 sq. ft. Graphics equipment: Gerber Omega design software Gerber GSX cutter Roland SG-300 printer Gerber… Read More

For most people, a tailgate is a way to keep things from falling out of the bed of a pickup truck. For Bill… Read More

When cleaning a vehicle, I start by washing the graphics area with auto windshield cleaner, which will not freeze, with a half-cup of… Read More

It’s always tough to try to change someone’s design, even if you know it’s terrible. I’m not a designer, but I’ve owned a… Read More

I’ve removed a lot of vinyl film over the years and can speak to the fact that it is not a pleasant task…. Read More